MISSION
The mission of ArtsinStark is to use the arts to advance community goals around economic development, tourism, well-being and education, in order to make Stark County a thriving and vibrant region.
VISION
ArtsinStark’s vision is to inspire a community where the arts are a driving force for innovation, inclusivity, and growth, transforming Stark County into a nationally recognized hub of creativity, connection, and opportunity for all.
HISTORY
For more than 50 years, ArtsinStark has been a cornerstone of Stark County's cultural landscape, using the arts to advance economic development, education, and community well-being. As one of the nation's few remaining United Arts Funds, it supports vibrant programming, public art, and creative opportunities for all.
Meet Our
Team
Our Board
Officers
Emil Alecusan, Chair
Community Leader
Brent Fatzinger, Vice Chair
Abbott Electric
Chris Goff, Immed. Past Chair
Employers Health
Geoff Nicely, Treasurer
R.G. Smith Co
Kyle Moore, Secretary
Aspire Energy
Chris Auman
Sanctuary Marketing Group
Eric Belden
Aultman Health Foundation
Allyson Bussey
Visit Canton
Sally Morse Dale
Advisory Board
Fieldcrest Estate
Max Deuble
The Deuble Foundation
Sue Grabowski
Desidara
Alan Harold
Stark County Commissioner
Jason Haupt
Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths & Dougherty Co., L.P.A.
Mike Hearn
Fairless Local Schools
Faye Heston
Community Leader
Mike Hoffman
Advisory Board
Lindsay Precast
Lia Jones
KeyBank
Leah Michalos
Michalos Management, LLC
Rod Moore
Advisory Board
Black McCuskey
Geoff Nicely
R. G. Smith Co.
Jesse Roper II
Buckeye Council
Abby Schroeder
University of Mount Union
Alison Matas Smith
Schauer Group
Michael Wheeler
Patriot Software
LaMar Wyse
Community Leader
Annie Yoder
Patriot Software
Ex-Officio
Scott Swaldo
Chair,
Bluecoats
Amie Diamond
President,
Canton Ballet
Tom Borden
President,
Canton Museum of Art
Ryan Ford
Chair,
Canton Palace Theatre
Bob Porter
Chair, Canton Symphony Orchestra
Andrew Byler
Chair,
Massillon Museum
Kristina Lockwood
President,
Sing Stark
CURRENT JOB OPENINGS
Join Our Team
Vice President of Facilities
Cultural Center for the Arts, Canton, OH
ArtsinStark seeks an experienced Vice President of Facilities to lead the stewardship and modernization of the 330,000-square-foot Cultural Center for the Arts campus and related properties.
INTERN WITH US!
Gain hands-on experience in the arts and nonprofit sector with ArtsinStark!
We offer dynamic internship opportunities that allow you to develop skills, connect with the community, and contribute to meaningful projects. Submit your resume and cover letter to info@artsinstark.com to apply.
ON-CALL EVENT STAFF
The Cultural Center for the Arts is seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our on-call event staff pool. This flexible position will assist with event operations including parking management, cleaning, bar service, and theater support as needed.
Cultural
Equity Statement
ArtsinStark is dedicated to fostering a just, inclusive, and equitable arts landscape that empowers creativity for all. We are committed to policies and actions that ensure representation and fair access across race, age, disability, gender, socioeconomic status, and other diverse backgrounds in arts policy, artist support, and resource distribution.
